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June 22, 2026 by
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Which food items should be stored in the refrigerator, and which are fine (or even better) without the big chill? This is a question that can cause a heated discussion as there are varying opinions on the topic. The Guardian's Emine Saner has gathered advice from a number of professionals to put most of the arguments to rest, as the… read more

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June 14, 2026 by
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Yesterday we learned the winners of the James Beard Broadcast and Media Awards, but another set of honors still awaits. The Restaurant and Chef awards will be given Monday evening in Chicago. We provided a glimpse into the 2026 nominees who had written cookbooks when they were announced back in January (which seems like not very long ago, but also… read more

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June 8, 2026 by
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I received a bit of useful kitchen advice in an email from The Bittman Project that I thought was worth sharing. It was a teaser from the latest installment in the "Question Mark" series that Mark Bittman does, and the question for this was "Is it okay to put a pan into water to soak right after cooking? The answer,… read more

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May 31, 2026 by
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Writing for Vittles, Fenja Akinde-Hummel tells an interesting story about how people from her native country have been slow to embrace microwave ovens. Along the way, she dives into a bit of microwave history and why there are conspiracy theories about microwaves that include allegorical imagery regarding the turntables. Basque burnt cheesecake from Delicious Magazine (Aus) by Matt Preston The inventor… read more

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May 24, 2026 by
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This week we learned that Carlo Petrini, who founded the Slow Food movement in Italy in 1986, died at age 76. Petrini started Slow Food to promote quality food and sustainability and to act as a counterbalance to the growing role of fast food in contemporary diets. In the 40 years since its founding, the Slow Food movement has expanded… read more

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May 17, 2026 by
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Farewell, room service? The growth of delivery services like Deliveroo have led to a decline in sales at hotel restaurants in the UK. People want what they want, not necessarily what the hotel chef has decided to serve, so they turn to something akin to room service, ordering food to be delivered. One hotel is trying to mitigate these losses… read more

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May 10, 2026 by
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We start out this week's news with a couple of gardening tips. First, there is a surefire companion plant that can help maximize your cucumber (and other curcurbit) harvest: nasturtiums. Because nasturtiums have trumpet-shaped flowers similar to cucumber blossoms, they attract the same types of pollinators. Also, nasturtiums are often more tempting to pests like cucumber beetles, distracting them from… read more

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May 3, 2026 by
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Radio Cherry Bombe has a new miniseries debuting this week called “The New Home” which will feature conversations with women about their lives, kitchens, and inspiring careers. They are kicking off the series with Donna Hay, the culinary legend from Australia. ⁠According to Cherry Bombe, the episode "traces how [Donna] found her visual voice (thanks to some crêpes and a brioche… read more

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April 26, 2026 by
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The judges on Bravo TV's Top Chef have consumed some amazing foods and some that were...not so amazing. Recently some of the judges sat down with Delish to recount the worst things they have ever eaten on the show. Tom Colicchio, Kristen Kish, and Gail Simmons all provided their least favorite foods. One involved warm, undercooked cod served to Tom… read more

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April 19, 2026 by
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Have you heard about waterfall chicken? It's a Vietnamese street food that's gone viral, with millions of people watching videos of the chicken being made. Nick DiGiovanni, MasterChef finalist and cookbook author, explains how the process works. The name of the dish is a clue: hot oil cascades over chicken pieces like a waterfall, creating an ultra-crispy treat. Cucumber tonic… read more

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April 12, 2026 by
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It's hard to top a post about JELL-OMETERs, but here's what I dug up this week. We will start with a feel-good story about a fast food employee. Jaydon Cintron, a Chick-fil-A worker in Kinston, North Carolina, found $10,000 in two bank envelopes in the men's restroom. Instead of pocketing the cash, he turned it in to his human resources department,… read more

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April 5, 2026 by
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Because of the Easter holiday, food news is on the light side this week, but there are a few tidbits to share. In the mashups you didn't see coming department: Anheuser-Busch, the maker of Natural Light beer, is selling a branded lawn fertilizer made from spent grains. This week, the company debuted Natural Light Lawn Brew, a "custom mix of… read more

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March 29, 2026 by
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Recent years have been bad for wineries, especially in the US. A 56-year-old winery, Kenwood Vineyards, recently closed its doors with no plans to reopen. Other major wineries, including E. & J. Gallo and Jackson Family Wines, have also shuttered operations at some facilities and laid off workers. Industry experts are blaming Boomers for the decline, as they have reduced… read more

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March 22, 2026 by
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Trader Joe's just announced that it will begin selling its coveted limited-edition lavender and pink canvas totes on Monday, March 23. Nakia Rohde, Trader Joe’s public relations manager, provided the scoop to the Reno Gazette Journal on Friday. These tote bags are popular because they are part of a larger pastel colored tote trend. Some people like to use the… read more

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March 15, 2026 by
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The viral Korean sweet potato hack that's been circulating in social media promises that a good old-fashioned "one weird trick" will recreate the custard-like texture of goguma, whole roasted sweet potatoes sold at Korean convenience stores. The key, according to the videos, is to dunk the sweet potato into an ice bath halfway through baking. Food and Wine's Merlyn Miller… read more

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March 8, 2026 by
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I think I may have discovered my dream job. A posh members' club in the Belgravia area of London recently posted an opening for a butter sommelier. The advertisement said that the club is looking for “a passionate person with a deep love for and understanding of butter. This individual will curate our butter assortment and assist in training staff… read more

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March 1, 2026 by
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Fans of Caroline Chambers' cookbook What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking take note: Chambers recently announced that she is writing a follow up to this bestseller. This one is for people who are looking for time saving recipes. The title of the upcoming release is What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking: Make it Fast.… read more

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February 23, 2026 by
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It's official - they've called off the divorce. Who is they? Kraft Heinz, of course. The company was going to split in two, with one company focused on groceries and the other on sauces and spreads, but new CEO Steve Cahillane stopped the split from happening. He says that poor conditions across the food industry led the decision, noting however… read more

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February 15, 2026 by
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KitchenAid recently debuted its 2026 Color of the Year: Spearmint. The light, cool green gets a subtly textured matte finish to further distinguish it from previous greens available. In connection with the debut, KitchenAid has a sweepstakes where you can enter to win an Artisan mixer and a commercial-style dual-fuel range, both in Spearmint. Caesar salad from How to Eat… read more

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February 9, 2026 by
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Prue Leith may have left the Great British Baking Show, but she isn't quite done with television altogether. This week we learned that she is working on a new program with former GBBO host Sandi Toksvig. Leith and Toksvig became fast friends before the GBBO moved to Channel 4, and have continued their friendship over the years. It sounds like… read more

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February 1, 2026 by
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Rancho Gordo announced it has new digs for its Napa, California store. Located in the former Shackford building on Napa's Main Street, the store noted that the "symbolism of beans going Main Street is not lost on us." If you are planning a Napa Valley trips, this might be worth a detour. I missed this when it was first published… read more

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January 25, 2026 by
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Shortly after Prue Leith shared the news that she was leaving the Great British Bake Off after nearly a decade, rumors began to swirl that Nigella Lawson was in talks to be Dame Leith's replacement. This has not been officially confirmed by Channel 4, but they have not denied the rumors. Fingers crossed that this is true! Sauternes custard with… read more

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January 19, 2026 by
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Several highly acclaimed US chefs are launching new restaurants in 2026. Brian Lockwood, formerly of NYC's Eleven Madison Park and a consultant for FX's The Bear, is opening Gingie in Chicago, which will feature a casual menu with refined technique, writes Kate Kassin. Kwame Onwuachi, whose Caribbean restaurants in New York and DC have earned him high praise, is heading… read more

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January 11, 2026 by
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We are starting off the week on a sad note, as we learned that Boston chef and food stylist Elle Simone Scott passed away last week at the age of 49. Scott served as a host and a food stylist for America's Test Kitchen. ATK's Jack Bishop offered praise for Scott in a note, saying that among her contributions to… read more

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January 4, 2026 by
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Visiting family (or having family visit) during the holidays can be both rewarding and stressful. Having people stay at your house means dealing with their likes, dislikes, and quirks. Usually by the time they leave everyone is ready for the departure. If you managed to avoid any arguments, kudos to you. One man recently posted on Reddit about the fallout… read more
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